Corrections Officer: Indian Creek Correctional Center
Company: DHRM
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: Corrections Officer: Indian Creek Correctional Center
State Role Title: Security Officer III Hiring Range: $47,721.00 Pay
Band: 3 Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin Location: Indian Creek
Correctional Ctr Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov Recruitment
Type: General Public - G Job Duties $3,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
to Eligible New Hires! Corrections officers contribute to the
public safety mission by providing for the safety and security of
the public, staff, and inmates by ensuring effective and safe
custody and control along with compliance with policy and
procedure. Successfully accomplished through the use of
evidence-based practices and principles that enhance effective
communication strategies and role modeling as part of collaborative
multi-disciplinary teams addressing inmate needs. Officers provide
security over adult inmates at the institution and while in
transport; supervise the daily activities of inmates while
observing and recording their behavior and movement to ensure their
safe and secure confinement. Minimum Qualifications High School
Diploma or a GED equivalent. Valid Driver’s License. Demonstrated
ability to read and comprehend workplace policies and procedures
and to prepare workplace reports and documentation. Ability to
lawfully possess a firearm in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Ability
to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements which
include medical screening, background check and drug testing to
include screening for marijuana use. Additional Considerations
Stable employment history, military or related criminal justice
experience. Prefer individuals at least 21 years old (a waiver may
be provided by the Unit Head for individuals 18-20 years old).
Bi-lingual and Multi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt
when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully.
Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the
status of your application for this position. If selected as a
finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject
to a background investigation. Investigations may include
fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks;
employment verification; verification of education (relevant to
employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated
safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug
screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require
possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the
performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers,
Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others. Application
Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only
accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s
Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted
by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed,
faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be
accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on
the information received for this position from the electronic
application and/or résumé. Layoff Preferences: Applicants who
possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a
Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department
of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff
(Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when
submitting their state application and/or résumé. VADOC is an EEO
employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity,
equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations
are available upon request. VADOC values our Veterans and
encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring
process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni
are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information:
Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of
Veterans Services Contact Information Name: Human Resources Phone:
(757) 296-3730 Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION In support of the Commonwealth’s
commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with
disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring
Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will
need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status
questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable,
to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can
be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or
DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use
that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring
Process.
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